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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New gains in blended learning are enabling students in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. MOOC courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to deal with today because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can students certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like Boston University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low learner motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to better understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and lots of other participants would like to better grasp these interesting new open education endeavours. Educators want to understand how these MOOC classes can be made better. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource topics. This inspiring new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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